Medical Assistant - Bone & Joint Main Campus - Full time clinic

POSITION SUMMARY

This position provides clinical nursing support to Bone and Joint Institute of Tennessee by communicating clinical information to patients and businesses, scheduling tests and consultations, obtaining clinical specimens, assessing patients, performing clinical office procedures and maintaining adequate clinical supplies.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Formal Education / Training:

High school diploma

Medical Assistant Certificate required within 90 days of employment or current LPN license required

Workplace Experience:

One year previous experience in medical office environment preferred.

Equipment and Skills Training:
Must be competent in the use Glucometer, BP cuff, thermometer, computer, stethoscope, audioscope, business phone and various oral and injectible medications.

Physical Environment:
Office environment.

Physical Effort:
Must be able to sit, stand, communicate, in English, both orally and in writing and lift over 20 pounds.

PERFORMANCE STANDARDS

1. Accurately records patient’s medical history and vital signs.
2. Gives patients immunizations and injections as appropriate.
3. Counsel’s patients on health related issues.
4. Orders and maintains clinical supplies and pharmaceuticals
5. Coordinates referrals to other medical services
6. Secures consultations and specialists.
7. Triages phone calls and addresses patient portal messages
8. Obtains prior authorization for medications and diagnostic testing
9. Assists physician with med/surg procedures
10. Observes universal precautions
11. Maintains quality assurance for office lab
12. Observes proper lifting techniques to prevent injury
13. Coordinates with pharmacies to insure patients have adequate supplies of medicine

Bone and Joint Institute of Tennessee is a leading orthopaedic practice dedicated to providing exceptional, patient-centered care throughout Williamson County and Middle Tennessee. Formally established in 2018 as part of Williamson Health, our roots date back to 1979, when Craig Ferrell, M.D., founded Franklin Bone & Joint Clinic.

Today, Bone and Joint Institute offers comprehensive orthopaedic services, including surgery, sports medicine, spine care, physical medicine and rehabilitation, diagnostic imaging, orthopaedic urgent care, physical therapy, and occupational and hand therapy. With multiple convenient locations and a growing team of physicians, advanced practice providers, therapists, athletic trainers, and support professionals, we provide advanced orthopaedic care close to home.

Our organization was built on a culture in which patients are treated as individuals and employees are valued as family. As we continue to grow, we are looking for talented, compassionate, and dedicated individuals who share our commitment to excellence and want to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our patients. If you are seeking an opportunity to grow professionally while being part of a collaborative, patient-focused team, we invite you to explore a career with Bone and Joint Institute of Tennessee.

Company Culture:
We are passionate about the care we offer and also our standards of performance which include compassion, respect, accountability and safety -- toward our patients and also toward our colleagues. We're looking for talented, caring, and mission-minded professionals who view their career in healthcare as more than just a paycheck, but as a true calling. We are proud of our unique culture that balances doing what we love, working alongside a supportive team, and maintaining a good quality of life - all while making a difference no matter your department or position.

Community Overview:
Franklin sits in the heart of Williamson County, which has the top-rated school system in the state, a plethora of parks and green spaces, fabulous restaurants, a rich traditional of hospitality, and of course, world-class healthcare. Various publications have showered Franklin with such accolades as one of the "Best Southern Towns," "Best Place to Live," "Top 10 Community for Job Growth," and "Top 50 Cities to Start a Small Business."

Williamson Health is pleased to offer a comprehensive benefits program, that offers you choice and flexibility, so you can take charge of your physical, financial, and emotional well-being.

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• PTO
• Retirement Matching
• Tuition reimbursement
• Discount programs
• FSA (Flexible Spending Accounts)
• Identity Theft Protection
• Legal Aid

Williamson Health is an equal-opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace.